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Seven Nations, One Table: Celebrating Culinary Futures to Benefit RI Hospitality Education Foundation Scholarship Fund
March 27 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The RI Hospitality Education Foundation (RIHEF), in partnership with the Rhode Island Commodores, will host Seven Nations, One Table: Celebrating Culinary Futures on Friday, March 27, 2026, at The Reserve in Providence, bringing together acclaimed chefs, Johnson & Wales University culinary students and supporters for an evening benefiting the David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship Fund.
The scholarship fund supports Rhode Island high school graduates who are going to college to pursue a degree in hospitality. DePetrillo was a founding member and chairman of the Education Foundation and also served as Flag Secretary for the Rhode Island Commodores, a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan group of civic and community leaders founded to promote Rhode Island as the best place to work, live and vacation.
Inspired by the seven nations visiting the region for this summer’s FIFA World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium, the event will feature a tasting experience of globally inspired amuse-bouche, or chef-curated bites, prepared by local chefs and paired with Johnson & Wales University culinary students. The seven featured nations are Haiti, Scotland, Norway, Morocco, England, Ghana and France.
Menu highlights from the evening’s all-star culinary lineup include Salmon Rillette-Smoked with Beets by Ryan Connors of G Hospitality, Scotch Egg by 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist Kevin O’Donnell of Giusto and Mother Pizzeria, Branzino Tajine by Mohammed Benjdid of Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, Lamb with Haggis by Champe Speidel of Persimmon, Haitian Marinade Fritters by Marissa Lo of Boat House Waterfront Dining, Braised Lamb Neck by TJ Delle Donne of Johnson & Wales University and Kvaefjordkake by Kerri Spady of Ellie’s.
“As the FIFA World Cup brings new energy, new visitors and new opportunities to our region, Seven Nations, One Table offers a meaningful way to celebrate the global spirit of hospitality,” said Farouk Rajab, President/CEO, RI Hospitality and the RI Hospitality Education Foundation. “This special evening will showcase a remarkable range of cultures, cuisines and local culinary talent while honoring David DePetrillo’s legacy and supporting the students who will help lead our industry forward.”
The event will take place from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at The Reserve, 60 Dorrance Street, Providence. Tickets are $200, with a $100 signature wine pairing add-on available. Registration is available online through RI Hospitality, here: Seven Nations, One Table: Celebrating Culinary Futures – RI Hospitality Association.
